Synonyms for

Suffice

Verb / sʌˈfaɪs / Another word for suffice — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to be enough or sufficient

Synonyms & similar words

do serve answer do serve answer content fulfill meet satisfy

Synonyms by register

Formal

satisfy meet answer do

Informal

be enough do the trick get by cut it

Literary

serve content

Antonyms

lack need want fail fall short be insufficient

Common collocations

  • will suffice
  • should suffice
  • just suffice
  • hardly suffice
  • suffice it to say
  • to suffice
  • to suffice for

Word family

noun sufficiency
adjective sufficient

Usage note

Suffice is often used in the phrase 'suffice it to say' to introduce a summary or a key point. It means to be enough or adequate.

Example sentences

  1. One slice of pizza may suffice for lunch.
  2. A 30-minute workout may suffice for today.
  3. A single aspirin may suffice for the headache.
  4. A small apartment may suffice for a single person.
  5. Water may suffice for cleaning the dishes.

Quotes

  • The smallest amount of good done by the most insignificant person is sufficient.
  • A little bit of fragrance always clings to the hand that gives you roses.
  • The world is full of willing people; some willing to work, the rest willing to let them.

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